Douyu

Douyu is a live streaming app that's especially popular in China, which has tens of millions of daily active users. The platform, which offers features very similar to those of Twitch, allows you to watch both live gameplays of tons of video games and all kinds of IRL streams.

Start watching content instantly

One of the advantages of Douyu compared to other similar apps is that, from the first moment you install the app, you will be able to start watching content as a guest. You will only need to have a user account if you want to leave comments or, of course, if you want to do your own streams. Luckily, creating an account is as easy as entering your phone number and filling in some basic details, such as your name and email.

Choose what interests you

The first time you open Douyu, you will be able to choose your favorite video games. In this way, not only will you be able to start training the app's algorithm, but you will also be able to establish which categories you want to see more of. The most popular titles on the platform change pretty regularly, but there are some classics that are always up there, such as DOTA 2, World of Warcraft, Overwatch, and League of Legends, among others. If you like any of these games, don't worry, because you will always be able to find a stream.

Start your career as a streamer

Another advantage of Douyu is that it offers lots of features for doing your own streams. All you need is a registered account. Once you've verified your identity, you will be able to become a content creator. That said, it's important to keep in mind that in order to start earning money, you will first need to have streamed for a minimum number of hours.

My experience with Douyu

Although I know perfectly well how they work (or perhaps precisely because I know how they work), I have never spent much time using this kind of streaming platform. That said, Douyu has some interesting features, such as the ability to focus exclusively on certain e-sports competitions or very specific video games.

The best and worst of Douyu

• What I like most about Douyu is that, if you want, you can simply watch streams about your favorite video games and ignore everything else.

• What I like least about Douyu is that, as always happens with this kind of platform, if you're not careful, it can waste a lot of your time.

A colossal streaming platform

Download Douyu's APK to discover one of the most popular streaming platforms in all of Asia. Thanks to this app, you will always be able to find interesting content about your favorite video games. And, of course, if you're interested in a particular Chinese streamer, you can probably find them streaming here for several hours each day.